# The Welfare of Animals (Transport) Order 1997, Paragraph 14: Sedation


Sedation shall be given only exceptionally and under the direct supervision of a veterinary surgeon. Written details of such sedation shall accompany the animal to its destination.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/1997/1480/schedule/5/paragraph/14 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/welfare-of-animals-transport-order-1997/schedule-5/paragraph-14
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